Rikishi Hosting Luau Fundraiser To Benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Here’s your chance to get lei’d by Rikishi.

Jimmy’s Famous Seafood is hosting a Luau Fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Rikishi will be on hand to serve as guest host of the event.

The fundraiser takes place on Friday, March 4; in addition to serving a luau-themed menu, Rikishi will be on hand to meet fans, take photos and sign autographs.

Full details from Jimmy’s Famous Seafood are below:

We are once again combining the worlds of philanthropy, delicious food, and sports-entertainment to create an unforgettable experience! Join us on Friday, March 4th as we raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – featuring a very special guest host!

WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi is helping us raise awareness for those battling cancer, and doing so in delicious fashion! For only $65, you will be treated to all of the following…

* Authentic Pig Roast (sorry PETA)!
* Grilled Spam and Pineapple Sliders on Hawaiian Sweet Buns!
* Tuna & Salmon Poke!
* Hawaiian Fried Rice!
* Potato Mac Salad!
* Mango Habanero Thigh Wings!
* Coconut Shrimp!
* Blackened Tuna Tacos!

And for dessert, you’ll be treated to Tropical Fruit Tarts and Pineapple/Coconut Cupcakes!

Of course, we’ll have island music, lays[sic], and many more surprises for you to feel like you’re on a tropical island! We’ll be offering some delicious Mai Tai specials, and some refreshing beers straight from Hawaii!

Rikishi will be signing autographs, taking photos, and interacting with fans during all three hours of the fundraiser, as well!

LLS is at the forefront of the fight to cure cancer. Compared to other blood cancer nonprofits, LLS is the largest funder of cutting-edge research to advance cures. We have invested nearly $1.3 billion in research. We are leaders in advancing breakthroughs in immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine. This research saves lives. These revolutionary new treatments originally discovered through blood cancer research are now being tested in clinical trials for other cancers.

This is a family-friendly event, and we invite you to bring your loved ones! Tickets will go quickly, so grab yours before we sell out!

TROPICAL / HAWAIIAN DRESS IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!

Rikishi has been vocal in recent months about wanting to see Umaga inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame; read his comments about the honor being “overdue” at this link.

Jimmy’s Famous Seafood owner John Minadakis spoke to WrestleZone for our “Best For The Business” feature and shared why charity work was important to him, and why the restaurant has become a popular destination for pro wrestlers. Read the full interview with Minadakis at this link.